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Greene County under multiple flood warnings

With as much as 1 to 3 inches of rain falling overnight, the Ozarks saw more flooding overnight — and is currently under multiple flood warnings and watches.

According to Andy Foster of the National Weather Service, the heaviest rain was along the Highway 60 corridor. That has led to a flood warning for Greene and Christian, as well as Jasper, Barry, McDonald, Newton, Stone and Lawrence counties.

A flash flood warning is still under effect in southeastern Greene County, as well as southern Webster and Wright counties.

The rain is falling in areas that are already saturated with water, increasing the risk of flooding. Streams and low water crossings will be especially susceptible to flooding.

Officials warn not to drive over roadways that are covered by water. It only takes a few inches of swiftly flowing waster to carry vehicles away.

Foster said there were multiple water rescues at low-water crossings and trailer parks. We will have more information on those throughout the day.

Will the rain stop? Foster said the Ozarks should catch a break later today and into the weekend, with skies cleaning up. Temperatures are expected to reach 87 today, then 90, 91 and 92 over the next three days. As for the rest of today, the National Weather Service is expecting a 60 percent chance of precipitation and new rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.